Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dexter Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dexter Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 683.2 square miles in Dexter, NM. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 35.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dexter Elementary School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Dexter Demons!
School Rankings
Dexter Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dexter Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
85%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter Elementary School's ranking?
Dexter Elementary School is ranked #304 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Dexter Elementary School often compared to?
Dexter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Grand Plains Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School, Berrendo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Dexter Elementary School?
330 students attend Dexter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dexter Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dexter Elementary School?
Dexter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dexter Elementary School offer ?
Dexter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dexter Elementary School part of?
Dexter Elementary School is part of Dexter School District.
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